Family Caregiver Support Program Service Standard 650-25-30

(Revised 7/1/11 ML#3182)

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The family caregiver support program provides for a multifaceted system of support services for family caregivers and for grandparents or older individuals that are relative caregivers. Priority for services shall be given to:

 

1.Older individuals with low income including low-income minority older individuals, older individuals with limited English proficiency, and older individuals residing in rural areas.

2.Older individuals providing care and support to persons with developmental disabilities (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 6001) who are not eligible for existing North Dakota Department of Human Services Developmental Disability services.

3.Family caregivers who provide care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders with neurological and organic brain dysfunction.

4.Grandparents or older individuals who are relative caregivers who provide care for children with severe disabilities.